What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports and Activity Instructor- Grove City YMCA position at YMCA OF CENTRAL OHIO?
We are seeking a dynamic Sports of All Sorts Instructor with a passion for youth development and a strong background in teaching multiple sports. In this role, you will introduce children to a variety of sports, fostering their physical skills, teamwork, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Your ability to adapt to different age groups, skill levels, and sports ensures every participant feels engaged and empowered. If you’re enthusiastic about sharing your love of sports while making a positive impact on the lives of young athletes, we’d love to have you on our team!
- Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions.
- Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes/practices/games, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
- Answers questions from participants/parents to support them in achieving their goals related to youth development. Maintains working knowledge of sport/activity, and trends to provide effective information and support to participants.
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
- Conveys information on sports/activity programs and schedules, and as appropriate, refers participants and parents to other programs.
- Keeps accurate class records (attendance & progress reports).
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
- Prepares and maintains field/gym area before and after program; organizes and puts away class equipment; reports damaged equipment.
- Officiates sport/activity matches and games as scheduled.
- Assists in supervision of volunteers involved in sport or activity.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
